A rain gauge for meteorological disasters
By designing an automated rainfall measurement device, which utilizes the cooperation of a float and abutment to achieve automatic counting, and combining solar power supply and energy storage system, the problem of requiring manual intervention in existing technologies has been solved. This enables real-time recording and stable operation of rainfall measurement, providing timely and accurate rainfall data.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- INNER MONGOLIA AUTONOMOUS REGION METEOROLOGICAL INFORMATION CENT (INNER MONGOLIA AUTONOMOUS REGION AGRI & ANIMAL HUSBANDRY ECONOMIC INFORMATION CENT) (INNER MONGOLIA AUTONOMOUS REGION METEOROLOGICAL ARCHIVES)
- Filing Date
- 2025-06-05
- Publication Date
- 2026-06-16
AI Technical Summary
Existing rainfall measurement devices require manual intervention for data recording and processing, and cannot reflect rainfall intensity and microscopic characteristics in real time.
A device was designed that includes a column, a measuring cylinder, a rainfall measuring mechanism, a solar panel, an energy storage box, and a transparent observation window. It utilizes the cooperation of a float and a stop block to achieve automated counting. Combined with solar power supply and battery energy storage, it ensures stable operation of the device and real-time data recording.
It automates rainfall measurement, enabling real-time recording of data during rainfall without human intervention, providing timely and accurate rainfall information, improving the stability and continuity of the device, and offering an intuitive way of observation.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of meteorological disaster monitoring technology, and in particular to a rainfall measurement device for meteorological disasters. Background Technology
[0002] Meteorological disasters refer to the direct or indirect damage caused by the atmosphere to human life and property, national economic development, and national defense. They are one of the primary natural disasters.
[0003] When heavy rain occurs, rainfall measurement is required. Rainfall measurement refers to assessing the intensity of rainfall by measuring the cumulative precipitation depth per unit area. However, some rainfall measurement devices still require manual intervention for data recording and processing, and cannot reflect the intensity and microscopic characteristics of rainfall in real time.
[0004] Therefore, it is necessary to provide a new rainfall measurement device for meteorological disasters to solve the above-mentioned technical problems. Utility Model Content
[0005] To address the technical problem that some rainfall measurement devices still require manual intervention for data recording and processing, and cannot reflect rainfall intensity and microscopic characteristics in real time, this utility model provides a rainfall measurement device for meteorological disasters.
[0006] The meteorological disaster rainfall measurement device provided by this utility model includes: a column; a measuring cylinder, the measuring cylinder being fixedly installed on the column, the top of the measuring cylinder being fixedly connected to a water inlet pipe, the top of the water inlet pipe being provided with a rain collecting hopper, the bottom of the measuring cylinder being fixedly connected to a discharge pipe, the discharge pipe being provided with a solenoid valve; and a rainfall measurement mechanism, the rainfall measurement mechanism being disposed inside the measuring cylinder for measuring rainfall.
[0007] Preferably, the rainfall measuring mechanism includes a guide sleeve, a float, a float ball, a mounting plate, three abutments, a start button, a stop button, and a key counter. The guide sleeve is fixedly installed on one inner wall of the measuring cylinder. The float is slidably installed on the guide sleeve. The float ball is fixedly installed at the bottom end of the float. The mounting plate is fixedly installed at the top end of the float. The three abutments are all located on the mounting plate. The start button is fixedly installed on the top inner wall of the measuring cylinder. The stop button is fixedly installed on one inner wall of the measuring cylinder. The start button and the stop button are used to control a solenoid valve. The key counter is fixedly installed on the top inner wall of the measuring cylinder. The three abutments correspond to the start button, the stop button, and the key counter, respectively.
[0008] Preferably, a solar panel is fixedly installed on one side of the column, and the solar panel is used to power the rainfall measuring mechanism.
[0009] Preferably, an energy storage box is fixedly installed on one side of the column, and a battery, an inverter and a controller are fixedly installed inside the energy storage box.
[0010] Preferably, a base plate is fixedly installed at the bottom of the column, and a plurality of fixing bolts for ground installation are threaded onto the base plate.
[0011] Preferably, a plug is fixedly installed on one side of the column, a plug rod is slidably installed on the plug, and a magnetic block is provided on the top of both the column and the plug rod.
[0012] Preferably, a transparent observation window is provided on one side of the measuring cylinder for observing the situation inside the measuring cylinder.
[0013] Compared with related technologies, the rainfall measurement device for meteorological disasters provided by this utility model has the following beneficial effects:
[0014] This utility model provides a rainfall measurement device for meteorological disasters:
[0015] 1. The rainwater collection bucket and inlet pipe can effectively collect rainwater and guide it into the measuring cylinder. The rainfall measuring mechanism can obtain the rainfall amount per unit time in real time, thereby accurately grasping the changes in rainfall intensity and providing more timely and accurate data support for meteorological research and water resource management. By utilizing the principle that the float rises or falls with the water level, and through the cooperation of the stop block, start button, stop button and key counter, the rainfall measurement is automated. It can automatically start and stop counting without manual intervention, and can record the number of times the stop block is pressed during rainfall in real time, thereby recording rainfall-related data.
[0016] 2. The solar panel can continuously charge the energy storage device on sunny days, ensuring that there is enough electrical energy in the energy storage device to supply the rain measurement mechanism and ensure the normal operation of the device. The electrical energy stored in the battery is regulated by the controller to power the various components in the rain measurement mechanism, which improves the continuity and stability of rain measurement. The base plate and fixing bolts provide a stable support foundation for the column, which effectively improves the stability of the entire rain measurement device.
[0017] 3. The position of the insertion rod can be adjusted by the combination of the insertion block, the insertion rod and the magnetic block. The position of the insertion rod can be adjusted according to the usage. The side transparent observation window provides the staff with an intuitive and convenient way to observe, and can understand the situation inside the measuring cylinder in real time. Attached Figure Description
[0018] Figure 1 A front view schematic diagram of a preferred embodiment of the rainfall measurement device for meteorological disasters provided by this utility model;
[0019] Figure 2A schematic diagram of the front cross-sectional structure of a preferred embodiment of the rainfall measurement device for meteorological disasters provided by this utility model;
[0020] Figure 3 for Figure 2 The diagram shows an enlarged view of part A.
[0021] Labels in the diagram: 1. Column; 2. Measuring cylinder; 3. Inlet pipe; 4. Rain catcher; 5. Discharge pipe; 6. Solenoid valve; 7. Guide sleeve; 8. Float; 9. Float ball; 10. Mounting plate; 11. Stop block; 12. Start button; 13. Stop button; 14. Key counter; 15. Solar panel; 16. Energy storage box; 17. Battery; 18. Inverter; 19. Controller; 20. Base plate; 21. Insert block; 22. Insert rod; 23. Magnetic block; 24. Transparent observation window. Detailed Implementation
[0022] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.
[0023] Please refer to the following: Figures 1-3 ,in, Figure 1 A front view schematic diagram of a preferred embodiment of the rainfall measurement device for meteorological disasters provided by this utility model; Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the front cross-sectional structure of a preferred embodiment of the rainfall measurement device for meteorological disasters provided by this utility model; Figure 3 for Figure 2 The diagram shows an enlarged view of part A.
[0024] The rainfall measurement device for meteorological disasters includes: a column 1; a measuring cylinder 2, which is fixedly installed on the column 1, with a water inlet pipe 3 fixedly connected to the top of the measuring cylinder 2, a rain-collecting hopper 4 at the top of the water inlet pipe 3, and a discharge pipe 5 fixedly connected to the bottom of the measuring cylinder 2, with a solenoid valve 6 on the discharge pipe 5; and a rainfall measurement mechanism, which is located inside the measuring cylinder 2 and is used to measure rainfall. Through the rain-collecting hopper 4 and the water inlet pipe 3, rainwater can be effectively collected and introduced into the measuring cylinder 2. The rainfall measurement mechanism can obtain the rainfall per unit time in real time, thereby accurately grasping the changes in rainfall intensity and providing more timely and accurate data support for meteorological research and water resource management.
[0025] The rainfall measuring mechanism includes a guide sleeve 7, a float 8, a float ball 9, a mounting plate 10, three abutments 11, a start button 12, a stop button 13, and a key counter 14. The guide sleeve 7 is fixedly installed on one inner wall of the measuring cylinder 2. The float 8 is slidably installed on the guide sleeve 7. The float ball 9 is fixedly installed on the bottom end of the float 8. The mounting plate 10 is fixedly installed on the top end of the float 8. The three abutments 11 are all located on the mounting plate 10. The start button 12 is fixedly installed on the top inner wall of the measuring cylinder 2. The stop button 13 is fixedly installed on one inner wall of the measuring cylinder 2. On the inner side wall, the start button 12 and the stop button 13 are used to control the solenoid valve 6. The key counter 14 is fixedly installed on the top inner wall of the measuring cylinder 2. The three abutments 11 correspond to the start button 12, the stop button 13 and the key counter 14 respectively. By utilizing the principle that the float 9 rises or falls with the water level, and through the cooperation of the abutments 11 with the start button 12, the stop button 13 and the key counter 14, the rainfall measurement is automated. The counting can start and stop automatically without manual intervention. It can record the number of times the abutments 11 are pressed during rainfall in real time, and thus record the rainfall-related data.
[0026] A solar panel 15 is fixedly installed on one side of the column. The solar panel 15 is used to power the rainfall measurement mechanism. The solar panel 15 can continuously charge the energy storage device on sunny days, ensuring that there is enough electrical energy in the energy storage device to supply the rainfall measurement mechanism and ensure the normal operation of the device.
[0027] An energy storage box 16 is fixedly installed on one side of the column 1. A battery 17, an inverter 18, and a controller 19 are fixedly installed inside the energy storage box 16. The electrical energy stored in the battery 17 is regulated by the controller 19 and then used to power the various components in the rainfall measurement mechanism, thereby improving the continuity and stability of rainfall measurement.
[0028] A base plate 20 is fixedly installed at the bottom of the column 1. Multiple fixing bolts for ground installation are threaded on the base plate 20. The cooperation between the base plate 20 and the fixing bolts provides a stable support foundation for the column 1, effectively improving the stability of the entire rainfall measuring device.
[0029] A plug block 21 is fixedly installed on one side of the column 1, and a plug rod 22 is slidably installed on the plug block 21. A magnetic block 23 is provided on the top of both the column 1 and the plug rod 22. The position of the plug rod 22 can be adjusted by the cooperation of the plug block 21, the plug rod 22 and the magnetic block 23, and the position of the plug rod 22 can be adjusted according to the usage.
[0030] The measuring cylinder 2 has a transparent observation window 24 on one side for observing the situation inside the measuring cylinder 2. The side transparent observation window 24 provides the staff with an intuitive and convenient way to observe, and can understand the situation inside the measuring cylinder 2 in real time.
[0031] It is worth noting that the circuits, electronic components, and modules involved in this utility model are all existing technologies, which can be fully implemented by those skilled in the art, and need not be elaborated upon. The content protected by this utility model does not involve any improvement to the software and methods.
[0032] The working principle of the rainfall measurement device for meteorological disasters provided by this utility model is as follows:
[0033] When using it, select a suitable location where the rainfall measuring device needs to be set up, according to actual needs, to ensure that the location can accurately reflect the rainfall situation of the target area, and that there are no tall buildings, trees or other obstructions around it, so that the solar panel 15 can fully receive sunlight and the rain collection hopper 4 can collect rainwater normally. When it needs to be installed on the soil surface, separate the magnetic block at the top of the insertion rod 22 from the magnetic block 23 of the column 1, slide the insertion rod 22 so that the insertion rod 22 is inserted into the soil surface to ensure the stability of the device.
[0034] During rainfall, rainwater is collected through the rain collection hopper 4 and flows into the measuring cylinder 2 through the inlet pipe 3. As the water level in the measuring cylinder 2 gradually rises, the float 9, due to buoyancy, drives the float rod 8 to slide upward along the guide sleeve 7. When the float rod 8 rises to the predetermined position, the two abutments 11 on the mounting plate 10 contact and press the start button 12 and the key counter 14 on the inner wall of the top of the measuring cylinder 2. At this time, the key counter 14 starts working, which is one count. After the start button 12 is pressed, the solenoid valve 6 opens, and the rainwater is discharged through the discharge pipe 5. The float 9 moves down, driving the abutments 11 to move down and close the button 13. The solenoid valve 6 closes, and the rainwater continues to enter. The above steps are repeated. The key counter 14 records the rainfall-related data according to the number of times the abutments 11 are pressed.
[0035] During the day when there is sunlight, the solar panel 15 receives sunlight and converts solar energy into electrical energy. The electrical energy is first transmitted to the energy storage box 16, and then through the inverter 18 (if the output of the solar panel is DC and does not match the charging requirements of the battery, the inverter 18 can perform necessary voltage conversion and other processing). The controller 19 monitors the charging status of the battery 17 to prevent overcharging and ensure the service life of the battery 17. When the rainfall measuring mechanism needs to work, it obtains electrical energy from the energy storage device to maintain the normal operation of various components in the rainfall measuring mechanism (such as the rainfall measuring components composed of guide sleeve 7, float 8, float ball 9, etc., and solenoid valve 6, etc.), so as to realize the functions of real-time rainfall measurement, data recording and processing.
[0036] Compared with related technologies, the rainfall measurement device for meteorological disasters provided by this utility model has the following beneficial effects:
[0037] This invention provides a rainfall measurement device for meteorological disasters. Through the rain collection bucket 4 and the water inlet pipe 3, rainwater can be effectively collected and introduced into the measuring cylinder 2. The rainfall measurement mechanism can obtain the rainfall amount per unit time in real time, thereby accurately grasping the changes in rainfall intensity and providing more timely and accurate data support for meteorological research and water resource management. By utilizing the principle of the float 9 rising or falling with the water level, and through the cooperation of the stop block 11, start button 12, stop button 13, and key counter 14, the rainfall measurement is automated. It can automatically start and stop counting without manual intervention, and can record the number of times the stop block 11 is pressed during rainfall, thereby recording rainfall-related data. The device can also be used with a solar panel 15 to measure rainfall on sunny days. The battery continuously charges the energy storage device to ensure sufficient power for the rainfall measurement mechanism, ensuring its normal operation. The power stored in the battery 17, after being regulated by the controller 19, powers various components in the rainfall measurement mechanism, improving the continuity and stability of rainfall measurement. The base plate 20, in conjunction with the fixing bolts, provides a stable support foundation for the column 1, effectively improving the stability of the entire rainfall measurement device. The position of the insertion rod 22 can be adjusted by the combination of the insertion block 21, the insertion rod 22, and the magnetic block 23, allowing for adjustments based on usage. The side transparent observation window 24 provides staff with an intuitive and convenient way to observe, enabling them to monitor the situation inside the measuring cylinder 2 in real time.
[0038] It should be noted that the device structure and accompanying drawings of this utility model mainly describe the principle of this utility model. In terms of the technical aspects of this design principle, the setting of the power mechanism, power supply system and control system of the device is not fully described. However, those skilled in the art who understand the principle of the above utility model can clearly understand the specific details of its power mechanism, power supply system and control system.
[0039] The above description is merely an embodiment of this utility model and does not limit the patent scope of this utility model. Any equivalent structural or procedural transformations made based on the content of this utility model specification and drawings, or direct or indirect applications in other related technical fields, are similarly included within the patent protection scope of this utility model.
Claims
1. A rainfall measurement device for meteorological disasters, characterized in that, include: Columns; A measuring cylinder is fixedly installed on the column. A water inlet pipe is fixedly connected to the top of the measuring cylinder. A rain catcher is provided at the top of the water inlet pipe. A discharge pipe is fixedly connected to the bottom of the measuring cylinder. A solenoid valve is provided on the discharge pipe. A rainfall measuring mechanism is disposed inside the measuring cylinder for measuring rainfall. The rainfall measuring mechanism includes a guide sleeve, a float, a float ball, a mounting plate, three abutments, a start button, a stop button, and a key counter. The guide sleeve is fixedly installed on one inner wall of the measuring cylinder. The float is slidably installed on the guide sleeve. The float ball is fixedly installed at the bottom end of the float. The mounting plate is fixedly installed at the top end of the float. The three abutments are all disposed on the mounting plate. The start button is fixedly installed on the top inner wall of the measuring cylinder. The stop button is fixedly installed on one inner wall of the measuring cylinder. The start button and the stop button are used to control a solenoid valve. The key counter is fixedly installed on the top inner wall of the measuring cylinder. The three abutments correspond to the start button, the stop button, and the key counter, respectively.
2. The rainfall measuring device for meteorological disasters according to claim 1, characterized in that, A solar panel is fixedly installed on one side of the column, and the solar panel is used to power the rainfall measurement mechanism.
3. The rainfall measuring device for meteorological disasters according to claim 1, characterized in that, An energy storage box is fixedly installed on one side of the column, and a battery, inverter and controller are fixedly installed inside the energy storage box.
4. The rainfall measuring device for meteorological disasters according to claim 1, characterized in that, A base plate is fixedly installed at the bottom of the column, and multiple fixing bolts for ground installation are threaded onto the base plate.
5. The rainfall measuring device for meteorological disasters according to claim 1, characterized in that, A plug is fixedly installed on one side of the column, and a plug rod is slidably installed on the plug. Both the top of the column and the plug rod are provided with magnetic blocks.
6. The rainfall measuring device for meteorological disasters according to claim 1, characterized in that, A transparent observation window is provided on one side of the measuring cylinder for observing the situation inside the measuring cylinder.